In this episode, we’re exploring a fresh approach to bee research. Gwen Kirschke is combining remote sensing technology with ecological research to map floral resources across large landscapes. Supported by a NASA space grant, Gwen's research aims to predict where bees nest and forage by mapping the flowers they rely on, offering crucial insights into resource distribution and its impact on bee populations.    What's on your buzzy mind? Send us a text message and let us know! Thanks for ...

The Bee's Knees

Jacy Meyer

Pollinators in Orbit: How NASA is Helping Map Bee Landscape

DEC 15, 202510 MIN
The Bee's Knees

Pollinators in Orbit: How NASA is Helping Map Bee Landscape

DEC 15, 202510 MIN

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In this episode, we’re exploring a fresh approach to bee research. Gwen Kirschke is combining remote sensing technology with ecological research to map floral resources across large landscapes. Supported by a NASA space grant, Gwen's research aims to predict where bees nest and forage by mapping the flowers they rely on, offering crucial insights into resource distribution and its impact on bee populations. What's on your buzzy mind? Send us a text message and let us know!Thanks for listening! Visit our website to learn more about what we discussed today and subscribe to our newsletter.